Anabur - Jagalur, Davanagere
Anabur is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Anabur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anabur is 606489. The village covers a total geographical area of 2165.75 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Anabur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anabur
As per Census 2011, Anabur village has a total population of 2,694 people, consisting of 1,415 males and 1,279 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 1,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anabur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,694 | 1,415 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 175 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 228 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 910 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,135 | 505 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Anabur
Anabur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mooginachikkenahalli | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Byatagaranahalli | West | 3.24 km |
| Jyothipura | West | 3.40 km |
| Doddabommanahalli | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Alur | East | 3.94 km |
| Kananakatte | South | 4.02 km |
| Madamuthnahalli | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Badabadanahalli | South | 4.88 km |
| Kasavanahalli | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Ranganathanahalli | North | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anabur
Anabur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bommagundanakere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Anabur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Anabur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anabur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anabur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anabur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anabur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anabur
Where is Anabur located?
Anabur village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anabur?
Anabur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Anabur?
The pincode of Anabur is 577528.
What is the population of Anabur?
Anabur has a total population of 2,694, including 1,415 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Anabur?
There are 485 households in Anabur.
What is the literacy rate in Anabur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anabur is 57.87%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 50.74%.